Explore Bowness-on-Windermere Things to do near The Ryebeck

The Ryebeck is located just a short walk from Bowness-on-Windermere, an idyllic town with a bustling atmosphere, surrounded by stunning countryside. Bowness is often cited as a tourist hotspot and a must-visit area of the Lake District, set on the shores of Windermere. It has remained famous for its huge range of activities and attractions including, of course, the famed World of Beatrix Potter, Blackwell The Arts & Crafts House and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories due to open in early 2019.

The nearby town of Windermere also offers lots of exciting landmarks; if you’re with the kids pop by Brockhole on Windermere and stroll up Orrest Head. Or if you crave adventure then Kankku and Windermere Canoe & Kayak are for you.

Windermere, England’s longest lake, is well known for the scheduled cruises provided by Windermere Lake Cruises that take passengers around the lake, giving them the best view of the lake and surrounding area. If you love being on the water, the huge array of water-based activities is limitless, including kayaking, wake boarding, open water swimming or just simply hiring a rowing boat for some peace and quiet.